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Proc 8751ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8751

Veterans Day, 2011

President Obama proclaims November 11, 2011 as Veterans Day, encouraging Americans to honor veterans through ceremonies and prayers, and calling on government officials and civic organizations to display flags and participate in patriotic activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 76 FR 69081

Impact dates

  1. Veterans Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim November 11, 2011 as Veterans Day
  • Encourage Americans to recognize veterans through public ceremonies and private prayers
  • Call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display U.S. flag and participate in patriotic activities
  • Call on civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, and communities to support with commemorative expressions and programs

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of November 11, 2011 as Veterans Day

Near term (90d)

  • Veterans Day observances on November 11, 2011

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8751: Veterans Day, 2011 · Executive Orders